Sri Lanka aligns with global effort to tackle cross-border cybercrime

Sri Lanka participated in the world’s first global legal framework designed to strengthen international cooperation to fight digital crimes – from cross-border fraud and money laundering to organized cybercrime.

Teachers, Principals threaten strike over longer school hours

Teachers and principals’ unions have strongly opposed the government’s plan to extend school hours by 30 minutes under new education reforms set to be implemented in 2026. Speaking at a media briefing in Colombo, union representatives warned that if the government does not revise the proposed school hours by November 7, they will launch a one-day strike at the start of the new school term.

Opposition mulls to bring in No-faith motion against Public Security Minister

The Opposition parties are contemplating to bring in a no confidence motion in Parliament against Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala, former Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Premnath C. Dolawatta said claiming that the minister has failed to ensure national security.

Firefighting awareness holiday programme for children at Ratmalana Airport

Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka has announced a special one-day Fire Fighting Awareness Holiday Programme for children this December.

SJB asks Police Commission to take action against errant officers

The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has requested the National Police Commission (NPC) to take disciplinary action against those police officers who have not informed its Kalutara District Member of Parliament Jagath Withana about the death threats he has been facing, despite police having received information on such threats.

SJB MP Jagath Withana provided Ministerial Security following death threats

Kalutara District Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentarian Jagath Withana has been provided with security by the Ministerial Security Division (MSD) on the orders of the Inspector General of Police (IGP).

Govt.’s weak approach had let armed groups to dominate: Sajith

The Government’s weak approach in maintaining law and order had led certain armed groups to dominate and continue their crimes freely, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said yesterday.

Rs. 645 million spent on vehicle repairs at Presidential Secretariat in 2024

The Annual Detailed Management Audit Report (2024) pertaining to the Presidential Secretariat has revealed that over Rs. 645 million (a total of Rs. 645,336,774) was spent on vehicle repairs during the year 2024.

Saudi passenger arrested for assaulting two SriLankan flight attendants

A 28-year-old Saudi national was arrested after assaulting two flight attendants and violating in-flight safety rules on a SriLankan Airlines flight from Riyadh to Malaysia.

Sharp decline in marriages, births, and population growth in the country

Sri Lanka has recorded a significant drop in marriages, live births, and overall population growth, according to newly released data from the Department of Population and Statistics.

Experts warn of disease outbreaks across Sri Lanka Due to heavy rains

As torrential rains lash Sri Lanka, health experts are sounding the alarm over a surge in waterborne diseases.

Overpriced drug purchases, unrecovered supplier payments raise concerns

An audit report has revealed major financial lapses at the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation (SPC), including losses from overpriced medicine purchases and failure to recover money from suppliers.

Death penalty for man who killed neighbour over two coconuts

Homagama High Court Judge Navarathna Marasinghe yesterday sentenced a man to death after he was found guilty of killing another man using a metal rod used for plucking coconuts, following a dispute over the alleged theft

Opposition raises concerns over cabinet reshuffle and budget allocations

The recent Cabinet reshuffle has given rise to concerns over expenditure heads and asset allocation, the Opposition highlighted yesterday.

Prison overcrowding can’t be solved with hangings, says CPRP

Mega Solar achieves historic 250 MW selling Jinko solar panels

Regional Director of Jinko Solar (China) Shehan Talagala made an official visit to Mega Solar (Pvt) Ltd Head Office to congratulate the company on achieving a remarkable 250 megawatts (MW) of Jinko solar panels deliveries completed

Inclement weather conditions claim four lives

Inclement weather brought on by the depression located in the Southeast Arabian Sea has claimed four lives to date, Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said yesterday.

Injured wild elephant receiving treatment at Somawathiya National Park

An injured wild elephant in Somawathiya National Park is currently undergoing continuous medical treatment after being shot at, according to the Somawathiya Wildlife Office.

Don’t fall for fake commission officers, Bribery Commission urges public

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has raised concerns over individuals impersonating its officers, following the arrest of a man in Polonnaruwa.

Shritharan using CC membership to shield himself from bribery allegations: Chamara Sampath

Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath in a privilege issue raised serious concerns over the conduct of MP S. Shritharan, as a member of the Constitutional Council.

Rs. 250 Mn allocated to extend Kelani Valley railway line beyond Avissawella

The government has allocated Rs. 250 million from the 2025 Budget to commence initial work on extending the Kelani Valley railway line beyond Avissawella, with the aim of enhancing railway efficiency and improving public transport connectivity.

Christ the King College Musical Show on Friday

Kinglyans Glitz with Marians organized by Christ the King College Pannipitiya will be held on Friday October 24 at Regal Lakeside Hotel Ratmalana.

Top officials stress strengthening security at BIA

Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), yesterday highlighted the critical importance of maintaining the highest levels of security at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), highlighting its key role in national security, economic growth, and international connectivity.

MP alleges Minister Wijepala was once expelled from police in the 1980s

A serious allegation and a disclosure was made against Minister of Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala in Parliament yesterday where MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake alleged that Mr. Wijepala is a person who had been expelled from the police.

Proposed Indo-Lanka bridge may open door to smugglers: Mahanayake Thera

Mahanayake of the Malwatta Chapter Ven. Thibbatuwawe Sri Siddhartha Sumangala Thera said Sri Lanka is already facing the threat of smuggling of contraband goods and narcotics by sea and that it would worsen if the proposed bridge linking Sri Lanka and India was built.

Daily Mirror shines at Presidential Environment Awards 2025

The Wijeya Newspapers Ltd. (WNL) family made a remarkable mark at the Presidential Environment Awards 2025, winning multiple honours across its publications for excellence in environmental journalism and communication.

Court awaits Customs’ decision on release of detained BYD vehicles

The Attorney General yesterday informed the Court of Appeal that the stance of Sri Lanka Customs (SLC) regarding the release of detained BYD vehicles belonging to John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd - over a dispute relating to motor capacity, would be conveyed to court today (24), following consultations with the SLC.

Sri Lanka implements national building code framework

Sri Lanka is developing a national building code to address issues with structural safety and quality, following a proposal submitted by the President in his capacity as the Minister of Defence, with World Bank guidance, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.

No arrested underworld figures will die while in police custody now: Justice Minister

Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara yesterday assured that no underworld figures who were arrested will die in police custody.

Diyawadana Nilame election in crisis with lack of male Divisional Secretaries?

Issues pertaining to the election of the Diyawadana Nilame at the Sacred Sri Dalada Maligawa including the non-eligibility of women Divisional Secretaries to vote, is to be discussed in Parliament tomorrow.